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Tuscan Marry Me Butter Beans: Creamy Comfort in a Bowl

Tuscan Marry Me Butter Beans are a creamy vegetarian delight, perfect for satisfying comfort food cravings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian, Tuscany
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cans Butter Beans drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil high-quality extra-virgin
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1 pinch Crushed Red Pepper Flakes adjust to spice preference
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth low-sodium
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream or coconut cream for dairy-free
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated or nutritional yeast for vegan
For Seasoning and Freshness
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 bunch Fresh Basil chopped
  • 1 bunch Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 1 medium Lemon zested and juiced

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic and stir for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to brown it.
  3. Stir in halved cherry tomatoes and crushed red pepper flakes; cook for 4-5 minutes until tomatoes soften.
  4. Fold in drained butter beans; cook for 2-3 minutes to combine flavors without mashing the beans.
  5. Pour in vegetable broth, stir well, and let simmer for 5 minutes for flavors to infuse.
  6. Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan; cook for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste; add more broth if sauce is too thick, if desired.
  8. Remove from heat and fold in basil, parsley, lemon zest and juice for freshness.
  9. Serve warm in bowls, garnished with extra Parmesan and herbs. Can be served with bread or pasta.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Avoid burning garlic by removing from heat as soon as fragrant. Use high-quality olive oil for best flavor. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving. Allow resting off heat for flavors to meld, if desired.

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